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Omron E2E-X8MD1 — M12 Inductive Sensor
SKU: E2E-X8MD1USD 20.00
M12 brass cylindrical inductive proximity sensor, 8 mm unshielded (non-flush) sensing distance
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Product Overview
The Omron E2E-X8MD1 is the M12 brass-body, 8 mm unshielded (non-flush) inductive proximity sensor with DC 2-wire polarized normally-open output in the E2E standard family. It is manufactured by Omron Corporation. Hengyixin Automation ships this sensor from our Xiamen warehouse with a 30-day DOA return window and a datasheet PDF included in the box.
0.8 kHz response frequency 8 mm nominal sensing distance 12 to 24 VDC supply 100 mA max load current
Key specs: Model E2E-X8MD1; Type M12 unshielded, DC 2-wire polarized, NO; Sensing Distance 8 mm ±10% (with iron 30×30×1 mm standard target); Setting Distance 0 to 6.4 mm (80% of nominal sensing distance); Differential Travel 10% max of sensing distance; Standard Sensing Object Iron, 30 × 30 × 1 mm; Response Frequency 0.8 kHz (1.25 ms response time); Power Supply Voltage 12 to 24 VDC, ripple (p-p) 10% max.
Key Features
- 0.8 kHz response frequency
- 8 mm nominal sensing distance
- 12 to 24 VDC supply
- 100 mA max load current
- SKU: E2E-X8MD1
- Series: E2E Standard Cylindrical Inductive Proximity Sensors
- Voltage: 12 TO 24 VDC
Best-Fit Applications
- Tool-position feedback on an automated tool-changer — E2E-X8MD1 confirming tool carousel positions where the DC 2-wire output handles the relay.
- End-of-stroke confirmation on a pneumatic cylinder driving a packaging-machine flap — E2E-X8MD1 mounted on the cylinder body, target = ferrous.
- Conveyor transfer gate position verification — sensor mounted to detect gate-open vs gate-closed state; DC 2-wire output drives the gate's.
Buying Checklist
- Pick E2E-X8MY1 2M for DC 3-wire NPN — pick for PNP/sourcing PLCs
- Pick E2E-X8MD1 2M for fixed installations with wiring routed through a junction box
- Pick E2E-X8MD1-M1 for M12 4-pin connector for quick-disconnect installations or when cable field replacement is needed
Technical Specifications
| Model | E2E-X8MD1 |
|---|---|
| Series | E2E Standard Cylindrical Inductive Proximity Sensors |
| Type | M12 unshielded, DC 2-wire polarized, NO |
| Sensing Distance | 8 mm ±10% (with iron 30×30×1 mm standard target) |
| Setting Distance | 0 to 6.4 mm (80% of nominal sensing distance) |
| Differential Travel | 10% max of sensing distance |
| Standard Sensing Object | Iron, 30 × 30 × 1 mm |
| Response Frequency | 0.8 kHz (1.25 ms response time) |
| Power Supply Voltage | 12 to 24 VDC, ripple (p-p) 10% max |
| Operating Voltage Range | 10 to 30 VDC |
| Leakage Current | 0.8 mA max (sensor OFF) |
| Control Output | DC 2-wire polarized, NO, 100 mA load max |
| Residual Voltage | 1.5 V max at 100 mA load |
| Sensing Face Material | PBT (polybutylene terephthalate) |
| Operating Temperature | -25 to +70 °C |
FAQ for E2E-X8MD1
What's the difference between E2E-X8MD1 and E2E-X8MD1 2M?
E2E-X8MD1 with no suffix is the base catalog number — per the Omron datasheet note system, this base SKU requires a connection suffix when ordered (E2E-X8MD1-M1 for M12 4-pin connector, E2E-X8MD1 2M for 2 m pre-wired cable, E2E-X8MD1-M1TGJ for SmartClick connector + 0.3 m pigtail). The base SKU is occasionally listed in catalogs for users who order multiple connection methods within a single assembly. E2E-X8MD1 2M (the separate SKU listing) is the fully-specified pre-wired 2 m variant.
Can I use the E2E-X8MD1 with a Mitsubishi FX-series PLC?
Yes — Mitsubishi FX-series PLC inputs are NPN sink by default, which is exactly the use case for a DC 2-wire polarized output. Wire the brown wire (+V) to the 24 VDC power supply, the blue wire (0V) to the PLC's input terminal 'X0', 'X1', etc. The PLC's S/S terminal connects to 0 V (common for sink inputs).
What does the operating LED on the E2E-X8MD1 indicate?
The orange LED on the rear of the sensor body illuminates when the sensor is detecting a target (output ON state). It draws current internally and is not load-driven — it's safe to view from any angle including through the back of the housing. The LED does not light when the sensor is OFF (no target detected), even if the supply polarity is reversed (the sensor just won't switch).
What is the leakage current of 0.8 mA on the E2E-X8MD1, and when is it a problem?
Leakage current is the small current that flows from the sensor to the load even when the sensor is in the OFF state (no target detected). For DC 2-wire sensors like the E2E-X8MD1, the 0.8 mA max leakage passes through the load continuously when no target is detected.
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